Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic FH27

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic FH27, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was introduced 2 years later than the FH27 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP200 scores vs the FH27 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP200 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic FH27 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 and the FH27.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP200 and FH27 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP200 and FH27.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm XP200 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.